Executive Director, K-20 Tech & Procurement Strategy

Usmd; Adelphi (MD); On-site; USD 180,000 - 195,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Leave (22 days)

Health Benefits (medical, dental, vis​

Retirement Plans (Fidelity, TIAA)

Life Insurance (MetLife)

Tuition Benefits (remission)

Training & Development (conferences, L

Credit Union Access (SECU)

EAP

Job summary

Maryland Enterprise Education Consortium (MEEC) in Maryland seeks an Executive Director to lead technology and procurement functions, advancing MEEC’s vision and strategy for its 200+ education-member community.

The role oversees contract lifecycle management, vendor relationships, and member engagement programs, including workshops and annual meetings, with a focus on strategic growth and operational excellence.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Public Administration, Information Technology, Higher Education Administration, Procurement, Communications, Marketing, or a related field.
• Eight (8) years of progressively responsible professional experience in technology, procurement, contract administration, consortium management, higher education administration, business operations, or a closely related field.
• Five (5) years of experience leading programs, projects, departments, or organizations involving multiple stakeholders.
• Experience in strategic planning, organizational leadership, program administration, and performance measurement principles.
• Experience managing vendor relationships, strategic partnerships, contracts, or procurement-related activities.
• Experience developing and presenting recommendations to executive leadership, boards, committees, or governing bodies.

Responsibilities

• Provides strategic and operational leadership for MEEC.
• Uses market intelligence, member feedback, business analysis, and emerging technology trends to establish priorities and guide service development.
• Develops and implements MEEC priorities in collaboration with the Board.
• Oversees operations, staff, finances, and resources to meet evolving tech and procurement needs of member institutions.
• Builds and sustains strategic relationships with current and prospective MEEC members and vendors.
• Represents MEEC interests at conferences and vendor expo activities and expands member participation.
• Establishes procurement priorities and portfolio strategy based on member needs and market conditions.
• Coordinates RFP development and supports evaluation, award processes, and contract performance monitoring.
• Establishes strategy and priorities for member engagement and learning through conferences, workshops, webinars, and forums.
• Serves as MEEC liaison to procurement officers, USM offices, the Attorney General's Office, and other governance entities.

Skills

Strategic leadership

Vendor management

Procurement strategy

Contract administration

Stakeholder engagement

Budget management

Communication

Negotiation

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Maryland Enterprise Education Consortium (MEEC) in Maryland seeks an Executive Director to lead technology and procurement functions, advancing MEEC’s vision and strategy for its 200+ education-member community.

The role oversees contract lifecycle management, vendor relationships, and member engagement programs, including workshops and annual meetings, with a focus on strategic growth and operational excellence.